Prominent media personality, Thando Thabethe, along with her close associate, producer Tumi Maimela, have recently found themselves ensnared in a precarious predicament involving an unsettled bill with Vivari Aesthetics, a reputable cosmetic clinic, as reported by EntertainmentSA. The unfolding saga has unearthed allegations that these celebrated figures have failed to meet their financial obligations following a series of substantial cosmetic procedures.
The intricacies of this controversy delve into the realm of high-end beauty enhancements. With Thando Thabethe purportedly undergoing an extensive 360 liposuction. While her confidante, Tumi Maimela, ventured even further, opting for a comprehensive 360 liposuction, mastopexy, and Brazilian Butt Lift. These transformative procedures are valued at a substantial sum, surpassing R520,000.
In an intriguing exchange, the clinic agreed to administer these sophisticated cosmetic surgeries in return for something equally valuable in the realm of show business—airtime and marketing exposure on Thando’s reality show, ‘Unstoppable Thabooty,’ which airs on BET Africa.
Yet, according to Vivari Aesthetics, this symbiotic arrangement disintegrated as Thabethe and Maimela allegedly failed to uphold their end of the bargain. The promised airtime and marketing opportunities never materialized, leaving the clinic bereft of the anticipated benefits. To compound the issue, they only received a fraction of the agreed-upon payment, a meager R100,000.
The turmoil deepened when producer Tumi Maimela made a startling revelation. Taking her grievances to the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Her account of her experience at Vivari Aesthetics painted a distressing picture. With vivid descriptions of Thabethe’s liposuction procedure resulting in a profuse and unsettling flow of blood.
In response to these explosive allegations, Thando Thabethe has finally broken her silence, addressing the matter. Assuring her supporters that her legal team is actively managing the impending lawsuit against her and her close friend. It is evident that Thabethe is resolute in confronting this controversy head-on, setting the stage for an intense legal showdown.
In conclusion, the unfolding drama serves as a stark reminder of the complex. Sometimes treacherous terrain that underpins the world of entertainment and fame.
